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A significant milestone in the history of Atlas Copco Group. The Group's employee-driven global initiative, Water for All, celebrates its 40th anniversary, an anniversary that represents four decades of unwavering commitment to making clean and safe water universally available.

With the belief that access to water is not a privilege but a fundamental human right, Water for All emerged amidst a global water crisis manifested through events in Peru in 1984. Aimed with the conviction that water is essential for health, education, and economic prosperity, the founders initiated a movement that has since reached millions of people around the globe.

clean water and sanitation

I am very proud to say that Water for All has transformed countless lives by providing access to clean water and sanitation."

"I am equally proud of the continuous engagement in this initiative stretching over 40 years and counting, which not only supplies water but also fosters education and economic development”, said Vagner Rego, President and CEO of Atlas Copco Group.

Right to safe drinking water

Water for All is a global initiative driven by employees from both Atlas Copco Group and Epiroc, committed to ensuring access to clean drinking water, sanitation and hygiene. On average, during the last five years, Water for All has had 65 ongoing projects and reached approximately 250,000 persons per year.

Atlas Copco Group has made a standing commitment to double-match the monthly donations employees are making. The human right to safe drinking water was first recognised by the UN General Assembly and the Human Rights Council as part of binding international law in 2010.

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